Toyota CEO Akio Toyoda and chairman of the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) pledged that assembly plants in Japan “would do all they can to remain producing cars and trucks” in spite of the global COVID-19 pandemic.
March 22, 2020
Japanese Carmakers Pledge to Keep Manufacturing Going Despite COVID-19
Toyota CEO Akio Toyoda and chairman of the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) pledged that assembly plants in Japan “would do all they can to remain producing cars and trucks” in spite of the global COVID-19 pandemic.
March 21, 2020
Suzuki Gives the Dzire Sub-Compact Sedan A Nip-and-Tuck This 2020
Suzuki has just launched a refreshed version of its Dzire sub-compact sedan in India, and with that will only be a matter of time before it reaches the Philippines.
Ford PH, Toyota PH Extend Warranties, Offers PMS Grace Period During Enhanced Community Quarantine
Following Honda Cars Philippines’s lead, two other automakers have announced extensions to either their warranties and/or an additional grace period for those with scheduled Periodic Maintenance Service.
SLEX to Set Up Priority Lanes for Basic Goods, Emergency Services
SMC Tollways has assigned priority lanes at the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) to ensure efficient delivery of basic goods and emergency health services to and from Metro Manila and neighboring provinces in the south.
March 20, 2020
Geely PH Confirms: Upcoming Azkarra Will Have Its Advanced Air Filtration System
Two days after we reported that Geely Auto is launching an innovative in-car air filtration system, called the Intelligent Air Purification System (IAPS), Sojitz G Auto Philippines, the distributor of Geely in the Philippines has confirmed that its upcoming Azkarra compact SUV will come fitted with the new system.
For P 3.57M, Volkswagen Lets You Convert the Samba Bus to an EV
Volkswagen is now allowing owners of its classic T1 Samba Bus to convert it to run on a zero emissions elective motor.
Honda Cars is Extending Its Warranty During Period of Enhanced Community Quarantine
Good news to all Honda car owners who may have their Preventive Maintenance Service (PMS) scheduled or warranty expiring during the Enhanced Community Quarantine: Honda Cars Philippines has just announced an extension for both of them.
Subaru Evoltis PH Launch May Get Delayed Due to Plant Closure
Heads up, Subarists—if you’re waiting for their first three-row SUV, the Subaru Evoltis, you may have to wait a bit longer.
Honda Civic Type R Limited Edition Sells Out Quickly
F*ck COVID-19. It seems Europeans still have an insatiable appetite when it comes to hot hatches. With news that only 100 Civic Type R Limited Edition units have been allocated for the European market, it only took a month to sell out.
Formula 1 Scrambles to Salvage 2020 Season, Delays Sweeping 2021 Rule Changes Due to COVID-19
Formula 1 is now scrambling to fix the rest of the 2020 race calendar due to the COVID-19 outbreak affecting the world.
MMPC Extends Auto Loan Deadline by Up to 60 Days
Taking Toyota Motor Philippines’s lead in deferring auto loan payments by 30 days, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines has now done the same due to the COVID-19 Enhanced Community Quarantine imposed on the entire area of Luzon.
Toyota Gives the Wigo a Sharper Look, More Features This 2020
Toyota is refreshing its A-segment hatchback, the Wigo for 2020. The Japanese carmaker has given it a sharper look outside and improved interior materials inside. The refresh, which was just launched in Indonesia, is also coming to the Philippine market within the year.
March 19, 2020
The 2021 Hyundai Elantra Will Allow You to Swap Your Car Keys for a Smartphone App
Aside from debuting an all-new platform and a striking new look, Hyundai is pushing tech as one of the Elantra’s key pillars. And one of its more unusual features is this: the Hyundai Digital Key.
Mazda Postpones Key Centennial Anniversary Event Due to COVID-19
Mazda has opted to postpone its Open Day 2020 event in light of the COVID-19 outbreak that’s affecting the world.
Feast Your Eyes on the 2021 Kia Sorento (w/ 21 Photos, Video)
Kia was supposed to give the world a better look at its all-new 2021 Sorento. Sadly, COVID-19 got in the way, and now we just have to settle at this deluge of photos and videos from the Korean carmaker.
U.S. Auto Manufacturing Grinds to a Halt
The U.S. “Big Three” will now idle their manufacturing facilities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico at least until the end of the month due to COVID-19.
March 18, 2020
UPDATED: Toyota Financial Services Extends Auto Loan Payment by 30 Days
UPDATE: Toyota Motor Philippines has released guidelines. See below (3/20).
In light of the current COVID-19 situation, Toyota Financial Services Philippines Corporation TFSPH has taken the lead and given eligible customers a 30-day payment extension.
Geely Auto is First to Have COVID-19-Proof Air Filtration System
How’s this for a timely feature? Chinese car brand, Geely Auto has announced that all future vehicles will be equipped with an on-board air filtration system that can keep harmful particulates such as the coronavirus from their vehicle’s internal air environment.
Goodbye, BMW i8
Six years since its introduction, BMW is bidding adieu to its first plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, the i8.
The 2021 Hyundai Elantra Could Be the Sexiest Compact Sedan Right Now (w/ 17 Photos, Video)
COVID-19 isn’t stopping Hyundai from pulling the covers off the all-new 2021 Elantra compact sedan. Marking the world debut of the Hyundai’s popular compact sedan, the Elantra showcases Hyundai’s latest ambitions including a new design language, hybrid-electric tech, and a segment first wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
SMC Assures Operations Will Continue to Provide Basic Necessities During Enhanced Community Lockdown
San Miguel Corporation is assuring the public that its subsidiaries that provide basic necessities will continue to operate despite the Enhanced Community Lockdown. The assurance was made by no less than SMC President and COO Ramon S. Ang.
Toyota PH Production to Halt Until Mid-April
Toyota Motor Corporation has suspended production in Europe, and the Philippines because of the spread of COVID-19.
Ford, Volkswagen, Peugeot, Ducati Halts European Production
As Europe becomes the newest hotspot for COVID-19, several automakers are now shutting down either due to supply chain constraints or as a precautionary measure to curb the spread of the disease. After Lamborghini and Ferrari (as well as Pirelli and Brembo) announced production suspensions, Volkswagen, Ford, and Ducati are now doing the same.
March 17, 2020
Mazda Extends Free PMS Coverage for Vehicles Covered by Yojin-3
In light of the Enhanced Community Quarantine covering the entire Luzon area, Mazda Philippines is the first car manufacturer to announce a grace period on vehicles covered by its Yojin-3 program.
Hyundai Releases First Images of Refreshed 2020 Accent
Hyundai has just released the first official photos of the refreshed Accent. Known as the Verna overseas, it will be making its global debut a few days after the launch of the all-new Elantra.
The Mazda CX-30 Will Let You Walk Away from This Kind of Crash
If you think no one could walk away from this gnarly crash, think again. You can, if you’re in a 2020 Mazda CX-30. Mazda’s next-generation sub-compact crossover was just awarded with a 2020 Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). This adds yet another safety-related accolade for the CX-30 after it scored a near-perfect adult protection score at the Euro NCAP.
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